How Did We Not Know That

In 1998, a sex scandal was uncovered in extreme detail in one of the most unlikely places: the US Congress. The lives of several women were completely ruined, especially that of White House intern Monica Lewinsky. In this episode, Nat covers the impeachment trial of former US President Bill Clinton. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt  💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat  📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com  Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT  Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

The 2021 U.S. Inflation rate has been all over the news! What will the Federal Reserve do (or not)? In this Econ With Jac minisode, we break down the basics of inflation and the risks of our rate.  📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt   💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat   📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com   Follow Us On Social Media 🎉:  🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT  📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT  🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT  🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT   Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

Abortion laws have been all over the news these past few months, so what better way to start the new year than to explain the history of the landmark supreme court case, Roe V Wade. In this episode, Jac breaks down abortion laws in the United States before, during, and after the supreme court ruling and finally ends with current news surrounding women's rights and abortion. Check out our two-part episodes on the history of forced sterilization in the United States below: We Inspired Nazi Germany? | Forced Sterilization Part 1 WHAT Did We Do To The Native Americans? | Forced Sterilization Part 2 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt  💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat  📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com  Follow Us On Social Media 🎉:  🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT  📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT  🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT  🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT  Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

At its time, the Panama Canal was one of the greatest engineering feats in history, but its often forgotten about today. In the last episode of 2021, Nat covers the impressive milestone of the treacherous construction of the Panama Canal. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

Apart from all the pizza and pasta, Italy is also known as the birthplace of fascism! Although the term is thrown around colloquially these days, should it be? Who is a fascist and what do they do? How did it start and did it ever end? In this episode, Jac takes us through the history of Italian Fascism and the rule of the infamous Benito Mussolini. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

With the threat of nuclear war becoming a stronger possibility each second, a"close call" is an understatement for the one of the most hostile moments between the US and the Soviet Union. In this episode, Nat covers the intense diplomatic stand-off we now know as the Cuban Missile Crisis. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt  💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat  📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com  Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT  Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

In this Replay episode, we revisit the Season 1 finale in which Nat covers the assassination of President James Garfield and the man who was insane enough to carry out the deed. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

In this episode of “What’s Going On?”, Nat summarizes the G20 Summit that recently concluded in Rome. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

Greek myths are so detailed that sometimes they seem real! In a light-hearted episode, Nat and Jac discuss two famous Greek Myths and what they symbolize in the real world. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

You've all seen the image of Che Guevara plastered on posters, T-shirts and bumper stickers, but do you really know the history behind this iconic image? In this episode, Nat covers the controversial and secretive life of Che Guevara and how he become an inspiration for a whole generation of young revolutionaries. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

Despite the erroneous displays and spellings of "voodoo" in the western world and media, Vodou is actually an ancient religion passed down for centuries throughout West Africa. In this episode, learn about the history of one of the only traditional African religions to survive in the modern western hemisphere! 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

An evil sorcerer, undercover spy, and the secret lover of the Empress. A man of great mystery and intrigue, the infamous Rasputin has been called all these names and more. But do we really know the full story? In this episode, Nat uncovers the unbelievable life of Grigory Rasputin and the last Russian emperor. Originally Posted Oct 21, 2020 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

Did you know Singapore used to be part of Malaysia? With its ideal location, bustling economy, and cultural melting pot you'd think any country would snatch at the opportunity to merge with Singapore, but this wasn't the case. In This episode, Jac explains how Malaysia was formed and why Singapore was not a part of it. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt 💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat 📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

During our mid-season break, we will be revisiting some of our favorite episodes from past seasons. In this episode, Jac covers the Space Race between the Soviet Union and the US.   📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt     💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat    📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com    Follow Us On Social Media 🎉:  🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT   📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT   🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT   🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT    Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

In this episode of "What's Going On?" with Nat, we talk about the recent developments following the U.S.'s withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan.  📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt   💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat   📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com  Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT  📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT  🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT  🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT  Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

In this special collaboration with the Scrolls & Leaves podcast, Jac and Nat discuss the not so distant history of Canadian residential schools for Indigenous children. You've probably hear a lot about these "schools" in the news recently, but do you really understand the severity of the impact they had on these children and their communities? Listen to this deep-dive, and then be sure to listen to the Scrolls & Leaves podcast cover the history of residential schools in the US! Thank you again to the Scrolls & Leaves podcast for this collaboration! You can listen to their episode on residential schools in the US here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-episode-the-shameful-legacy-of/id1524135867?i=1000531728373 And check out their website here: https://scrollsandleaves.com/ 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt   💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat   📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com  Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT  📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT  🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT  🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT  Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

The 2021 Tokyo Olympics are in its final stretch this week, but did you notice anything different this year? There were no fans! Price of delaying the Olympics a year + no ticket sale revenue to cover the costs = one hefty bill for Japan! In this Econ With Jac minisode, we talk about the economic impact of the Tokyo Olympics on Japan.  📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt   💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat   📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com  Follow Us On Social Media 🎉:  🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT  📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT  🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT  🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT  Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

From the absolute monarchies in medieval times to the soft, elderly Queen Elizabeth II today, have you ever wondered how the British Monarchs got to this point? In this episode, Jac and Nat discuss the various events that led to the English royals' loss of power as well as the fall of several other European monarchies. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt  💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat  📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

The relationship between Iran and the US has always been a rough one, and in today's episode we're going to highlight one of the major events that has shaped this relationship. The Iran Hostage Crisis defined the future of US-Iran relations, changed the course of the Carter Administration's success, and devastated the lives of several American diplomats. In this episode, Nat and Jac learn about the Iran Hostage Crisis and reflect on the risks associated with public service and diplomacy. 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt  💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat  📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support

Efforts to stamp out the drug trade in Latin America have been met with horrific violence and retaliation. As countries struggle to combat drug trafficking, the severity of conflict continues to grow more widespread. So, how did we get here? In this episode, Jac explains the history of the drug trade, what has been done to combat it, and where we are now. If you or someone you know are struggling with substance abuse or addiction, there are resources to help:  SAMHSA National Helpline Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information. 1-800-662-4357 Check out our episode  'Why Are We So Obsessed With Latin America?' to learn more about the Nicaraguan Contra! 📦 ORDER YOUR HDWNKT STICKER HERE!: https://account.venmo.com/u/hdwnkt  💛Help us improve the quality of our podcast by contributing to our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HowDidWeNotKnowThat  📄Study Guides and Show Notes: www.hdwnkt.com Follow Us On Social Media 🎉: 🐦Twitter: @HDWNKT 📸 Instagram: @HDWNKT 🕺Tik Tok: @HDWNKT 🖥YouTube: @HDWNKT Check out FSO Compass here: https://fsocompass.com/hdwnkt   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hdwnkt/support